Question 1

Is Abbey School, Torquay a good school?

Accepted Answer

It is a small independent nursery and prep with a clear routines-led approach and a strong swimming strand. The latest ISI inspection took place 7 to 9 May 2025; Standards relating to quality of education were met, while Standards relating to leadership and management, pupils’ wellbeing (health and safety implementation), and safeguarding were not fully met due to statutory and oversight issues.

Question 2

What are the fees at Abbey School, Torquay?

Accepted Answer

From September 2025 the school publishes termly tuition fees (inclusive of VAT): Reception £4,980 per term; Years 1 to 2 £5,580 per term; Years 3 to 6 £6,066 per term. A registration fee of £50 and a deposit of £300 are also listed. Nursery fees are published separately by the school.

Question 3

How do admissions work for Abbey School, Torquay?

Accepted Answer

The school states it does not operate fixed intake periods and aims to accommodate children at points across the academic year, subject to availability. Families typically arrange a visit and discuss availability directly with the school.

Question 4

Does Abbey School, Torquay have scholarships?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The school has promoted an Abbey Scholar Programme for pupils aged 4 to 11 with two routes, Academic and Swimming, with assessment days advertised in early July for a September start (dates vary by year).

Question 5

What are the school hours and wraparound options?

Accepted Answer

The school’s Arrivals and Departures policy describes classroom doors opening at 9.00am and late arrival after 9.15am. Breakfast provision is referenced as opening at 8.00am, and the school’s published opening hours run to 5.30pm. Holiday club provision is also advertised.

Question 6

How does Abbey School, Torquay support swimming?

Accepted Answer

Swimming is a prominent strand, including participation in IAPS events. The school has highlighted pupils qualifying for IAPS finals at the London Aquatics Centre and describes scholarship assessment contexts that include stroke assessment.

Question 7

What does the latest ISI report say about safeguarding?

Accepted Answer

The May 2025 ISI report describes regular safeguarding training, clear staff expectations, and effective responses to concerns. Safeguarding Standards were not fully met because statutory requirements around notifying the local authority when pupils join at non-standard times were not met at the time of inspection.

Primary School Performance

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